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Dangerous Liberal Lady PreachersPraise to the Lord, the Almighty with Jo SchonewolfContent warning: This episode contains discussions of childhood sexual abuse and cancer, as well as a few more F-bombs than we normally drop.
Natalie chats with Jo Schonewolf, host of the podcast "What the Hell Is a Pastor?" Natalie and Jo talk about being a Christian in the '90s, the damage of purity culture, beating cancer, the new frontier of Christian podcasting, moving on after a toxic experience, and the complicated relationship pastors have with saying 4 letter words.2023-10-171h 02
What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 122: Monstrances and MonstrositiesIn which Quaker Oats makes a triumphal return to the pod to talk wealth, inequality, and institutions.
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Want to reach out? Email us at wtheckisapastor@gmail.com.2022-06-2051 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 121: I Mean, My Theology is SoundIn which DJ Pastor Rock joins Spanks and the Dude to talk disability theology, what heaven will be like, and inclusion in organizing.
You can learn more about The Poor People's Campaign and their mobilization event on June 18 in Washington, DC at https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/june18/.
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Want to connect with Melanie? Email us at wtheckisapastor@gmail.com and we'll pass her info along!
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Viola mentions the theologian Dr. Cyril Hovorun (who you can find on twitter https://twitter.com/cyril_hovorun) as a voice to be listening to as you seek to understand the war in Ukraine, and reading this Declaration on the Russkii Mir Teaching (https://publicorthodoxy.org/2022/03/13/a-declaration-on-the-russian-world-russkii-mir-teaching/).
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What the Hell is a Pastor?Living Radical Discipleship (Overthinkers, International cross-post)In which we share an episode of Overthinkers, International, a new podcast discussing what Christians are reading these days. To hear more, subscribe to Overthinkers International wherever podcasts are found.
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Want to send us a suggestion for a minisode topic? Email us at wtheckisapastor@gmail.com.2022-04-2147 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Holy Week/Natality/Murder GrandpaIn which Ethan and Jo discuss Holy Week services and why we do them, Hannah Arendt's concept of natality, and the wrestling career of Minoru Suzuki, among other things.
The two matches Ethan mentions in the show are here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LApVz53Spw
and here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cslu7zFmPjM
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CONTENT NOTE: This episode contains brief conversations about rape and abortion. Listen with care. If you or someone you know is dealing with sexual assault, you can call the National Sexual Assault Hotline 24 hours a day at 1-800-656-4673. If you or someone you know is self-managing a miscarriage or abortion, you can reach out to the M+A Hotline: https://mahotline.org or the Repro Legal Helpline: https://reprolegalhelpline.org
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What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 110: Prohibition, or, Being Christian in a Different WayIn which Super Chill joins Spanks and the Dude to talk about Methodist women's role in Prohibition, the legacy of Pauli Murray, and how John Wesley became the face of Budweiser.
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In which The Off-Beat Accompianist and the Dude talk about parenting, worship, and images of God.
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What the Hell is a Pastor?Bonus Episode: Pillow Talk, Episode 53: Q&AIn celebration of the one-year anniversary of Pillow Talk, our patreon-only podcast, we're releasing a Pillow Talk episode into the main feed for your enjoyment. You had Pillow Talk questions and Ian and Jo have Pillow Talk answers! Tune in for discussions of what the pair are doing for Lent, explanations of antimatter, existential questions about the composition of the Moon, and so much more.
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You can also watch Nicole and Jo get interviewed in the beforetimes here: https://foundationforevangelism.org/2020/04/10/lent-and-easter-catalyst-conversations-north-carolina/
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Want to s...2022-02-1426 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 104: Notary PublicIn which Talulah joins Spanks and the Dude to talk about what we deserve.
The book Spanks Rebok references is Michael G. Long's Peaceful Neighbor: Discovering the Countercultural Mister Rogers.
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Shout out to the Lewis Center for Church Leadership for teaching a class on transitions in ministry, which Jo took and helped her understand how to better manage people, even though she forgot to talk about this in the episode.
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Have thoughts about what we sa...2022-02-0759 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 103- Murdered to Death: A Pro Wrestling StoryIn which Spanks Rebok recounts a pro wrestling indy show in Pittsburgh and the Dude reacts.
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Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @wthisapastor.2022-02-0358 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Sunday Morning Stand-UpContent note: this episode contains brief discussion of negative self-talk and thoughts of suicide.
In which Ethan and Jo reflect on Jo's experience preaching at his charge. In case you're interested in the sermon in question, it's here.
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Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find u...2022-01-2735 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?The One With All the COVIDIn which Jo shares the ins and outs of her recent experience with Omicron and the duo reflect on the things that need to change. Her twitter threads about the experience are here, for those who like their podcasts with a side of reading.
Goes without saying, but we're not doctors, medical experts, or infectious disease experts. But be nice to those people. And listen to them. And wear a mask.
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Have thoughts about what we sai...2022-01-2452 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 101: Always Gonna Love a Space CowboyIn which Spanks and the Dude talk about their love of Nathan Fillion (really, the whole cast of Firefly), Spanks Rebok's Star Wars Theory, and how the Lost Cause problem could have been avoided in everyone's favorite space western.
***ALL THE FIREFLY AND SERENITY SPOILERS***
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In which Ethan and Jo discuss the new Netflix movie everyone's talking about, including the value of using allegory, the way our worldview limits our storytelling, Timothée Chalamet's prayer, and Cate Blanchett's astounding range.
If you've seen the movie and are stressed out about killer comets, here are some actual astronomers telling you to rest easy.
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Have thoughts abo...2022-01-171h 08What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 100: That's... not how you say EncantoIf we'd thought ahead, we would have done a minisode extravaganza for this 100th minisode, but instead, you're getting a pop culture grab bag. In which Spanks and the Dude discuss a recent Disney movie, Harry Potter houses, Man in the High Castle, and more!
I'm a Hufflepuff!
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Interested in listening to Spanks Rebok kick back with friends? C...2022-01-1332 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?*ImperialIn which Ethan and Jo discuss the value of the creeds, the function of rights in the public health discourse, and how none of us are fully prepared to have conversations like these.
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The What the Hell is a Pastor the...2022-01-0343 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?That's Tacky, Frank (2021 Blooper Reel!)If you're new, maybe, uh, don't start off with this one? Or do. We can't stop you.
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The Wha...2021-12-3125 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 98: What Wesley Gets RightIn which the Dude reflects on her new-found ability to create and Spanks wraps up his conversation about WCT.
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Like Twitter? We...2021-12-2355 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Bonus Episode: Lost in TranslationIn which TOWER SHAKER joins John Westley and the Dude to talk about the Septuagint, the Masoretic Text, and why the Hebrew Bible is not the same thing as the Old Testament. We promise that it'll rock your world.
Want Rabbi Mike to be your Twitter Rabbi too? Follow him @RabbiHarvey. And while you're at it, check him out over on TikTok, where he's @AskRabbiMike, on his other podcast, A Priest and Rabbi Walk Into a Bar, and on his YouTube channel, Teach Me Judaism. Last but not least, sign up to receive a notification when the p...2021-12-2241 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Right on TimeIn which Rabbi Mike Harvey joins Ian and Jo to talk hospital chaplaincy, winter holidays, interfaith work, and a rabbi's take on who theology is for.
Want Rabbi Mike to be your Twitter Rabbi too? Follow him @RabbiHarvey. And while you're at it, check him out over on TikTok, where he's @AskRabbiMike, on his other podcast, A Priest and Rabbi Walk Into a Bar, and on his YouTube channel, Teach Me Judaism. Last but not least, sign up to receive a notification when the pre-order is available for his new book, Let's Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to C...2021-12-201h 19What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 97: The Cure for Writer's BlockIn which the Dude reflects on her new-found ability to create and Spanks wraps up his conversation about WCT.
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Like Twitter? We d...2021-12-1628 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Who is theology for?In which Ethan and Jo discuss happenings on Weird Christian Twitter, but, more importantly, who theology is for.
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What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 96: Mary and Eve and Ira and FredIn which a question about the mother of Jesus morphs into a discussion of Irenaean recapitulation and Schleiermachian redemption.
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Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the h...2021-12-0940 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?ParticipatorIn which Jo resigns.
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The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is written by Jo Schonewolf, per...2021-12-0657 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 95: TiredIn which Spanks and the Dude talk about Tick, Tick, Boom! before pivoting to the challenge of dreaming when you're exhausted.
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Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us u...2021-12-0222 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Better than fineIn which Ethan shares a heartwarming story from church, the duo talk eschatology and Christ the King, and Jo ruminates on her new job.
If you're looking for a good religion journalist to follow on Twitter, Ethan shouts out Chrissy Stroop in this episode (though he does not get her name right, and we're sorry about that.)
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Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Pa...2021-11-291h 03What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 94: Moral ScrupulosityIn which Tera Rising joins Spanks Rebok and the Dude to talk about Christian community, the complexity of peace, and the fear of being immoral.
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Like Twitter? We do too, w...2021-11-2434 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?The Professional EverythingIn which Sam joins Ethan and Jo to spend about half an hour explaining what his week looks like.
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T...2021-11-2257 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 93: Paul, etc.In which Storyteller joins Spanks and the Dude to talk about lockdown life in Australia, how to generously deal with people who are being difficult (like Paul the Apostle), and what it's like to serve as a minister in Australia's capital.
Want more Storyteller in your life? You can listen to her podcast Peacock's Roost and follow it on instagram, look up her books, blog, and liturgy at https://www.sarahagnew.com.au/, and follow her on twitter @sarahstories and on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sarahagnew.storyteller.
Ready for Jesus to come back...2021-11-1838 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Remember That It's a GiftIn which storyteller, poet, and minister, the Rev. Dr. Sarah Agnew joins the podcast for some nuts and bolts conversation about ministry in the Uniting Church of Australia, how getting a PhD fits into her ministry, and why there are peacocks in her front yard.
Want more Sarah in your life? You can listen to her podcast Peacock's Roost and follow it on instagram, look up her books, blog, and liturgy at https://www.sarahagnew.com.au/, and follow her on twitter @sarahstories and on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/sarahagnew.storyteller.
Feeling sympathy p...2021-11-1555 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 92: Holy MattersIn which Spanks talks about Tillich, Schleiermacher, and some ideas for his dissertation.
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You can read Jeremy Smith's "State of the UMC" series over at HackingChristianity.net.
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Like Twi...2021-11-0851 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 91: Aesthetics and ExorcismIn which Spanks Rebok explains the aesthetics of white supremacy to the Dude, along with some ideas about how we might topple it.
In this episode, we reference The Aesthetics of Solidarity: Our Lady of Guadalupe and American Democracy by Nichole M. Flores and Bleak Liberalism by Amanda Anderson.
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In which Nick and Angie join Ian and Jo to discuss the women of Ted Lasso, Nate's character arc, receiving trauma dumps, and what seminarians and pastors alike can learn from Ted Lasso. It's a fun one, friends!
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Like Twitter? We do too, we g...2021-11-031h 10What the Hell is a Pastor?Schitt's Creek Without the CharmIn which Ethan and Jo talk about the fear at the heart of a lot of churches right now, the challenges of ministering with people in intractable situations, and getting advice from Boomers on LinkedIn.
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Beauty GainsFrom the Mats to the Drag Strip (Ft. Rachel Schonewolf)Snoot sits down with Rachel Schonewolf, owner of WolfBJJ in Sicklerville NJ. Rachel is a purple belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu but she's also a badass off the mats as well, drag racing with her team Bankrupt Raceteam. The girls discuss how they met while competing against each other in Brazilian jiu jitsu in 2019. In the podcast they talk all about drag racing, competing, injuries and also academy life. A big emphasis of episode is geared towards navigating boundaries with teammates and how to keep the academy a safe and comfortable place for everyone.2021-10-291h 02What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 90: Witches and the Morality of BeliefIn which the Dude shares all her hot takes on the Salem Witch Trials, Doc Meatus takes the ball and runs with it, and the whole crew discusses teeth, yoga, Night Vale, the numinous, and Tillich's concept of the shock of non-being.
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Want to send us a s...2021-10-2844 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Enlightenment, Credulity, and the Final GirlIn which CJ makes her glorious return to the podcast to talk the origins of the horror genre, the fraughtness of belief, Frankenstein, Hell Houses, and more.
Recommendations from this episode: Men, Women, and Chain Saws: Gender in the Modern Horror Film by Carol Clover and the 2001 documentary, Hell House.
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What the Hell is a Pastor?Bonus Episode: Pillow Talk 29- Spoopy TalkWe've been living our best October lives over on Pillow Talk this month, and we wanted to share that with you all! Enjoy this episode of Pillow Talk, which concludes with Ian sharing the scariest story he knows.
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The book we talk about is This Incomplete One: Words Occasioned by the Death of a Young Person, edited by Michael D. Bush.
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Like Twitter? We do too, we gu...2021-10-1959 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?The Weirdness at the Heart of Father Paul (Midnight Mass Review!)***Midnight Mass spoilers*** ***The Haunting of Hill House spoilers*** ***The Haunting of Bly Manner spoilers***
In which Ethan and Jo discuss the things they loved and the things they'd change about the latest Mike Flannigan Netflix series. Topics covered include beautiful filmmaking, quality acting, the importance of caring for your characters, dealing with poverty in film, and what counts as theology. And yes, we know that the sheriff is played by the delightful Rahul Kohli and that he doesn't share a name with his character in iZombie, that Erin Greene is played by the powerful Kate Siegel a...2021-10-141h 12What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 88: Monday MiniIn which Spanks and the Dude talk about wildly varying reactions to sermons, visiting a COVID memorial, and what freedom in Christ really means.
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Like Twitter? We do too, we...2021-10-1127 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 87: No MicrophoneIn which Spanks Rebok explains CM Punk to the Dude.
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And follow us and our larger n...2021-10-0745 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?It's That Time of Year Again, FothermuckersIn which Ethan and Jo discuss their weeks, the first two episodes of Midnight Mass ***with mild spoilers***, feminism, and Pastor Appreciation Month.
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Like Twitter? We do...2021-10-0459 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 86: ImmutabilityIn which Spanks and the Dude navigate pastoral prayer politics and recent twitter debates.
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And follow u...2021-09-3054 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?A Tough Day of PastoringIn which Jo and Ethan talk through a worship service, Proverbs 31, and housing challenges.
The book Ethan mentions is Politics of Piety: The Islamic Revival and the Feminist Subject by Saba Mahmood.
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Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give us ideas about Patreon ti...2021-09-2752 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 85: Moltmann-off!CW: Brief discussion of suicidal ideation between the 30- and 40-minute mark.
In which Jürgen Moltstan joins John Westley and the Dude to discuss WTS's favorite theologian, the joys of learning and sharing systematic theology, and what it means to have hope.
You can find both of Dr. Monica Coleman's books we mention in the episode here: https://monicaacoleman.com/books/
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Interested in li...2021-09-2337 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?It's a Risky Business We're In (with David Finnegan-Hosey!)In which pastor, author, and fellow Wesley grad David Finnegan-Hosey joins Jo and Ian to talk pastoral transitions, campus ministry, mental health, and what the hell a co-minister is, anyway.
Learn more about David's advocacy and books over at https://davidfinneganhosey.com/.
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Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a...2021-09-201h 05What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 84: Niebuhr, I guessIn which Spanks talks through a theological revelation with the Dude.
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And follow us and our l...2021-09-1635 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?IrrevobacleIn which Ethan and Jo talk through Ethan's week, weigh the importance of parting gifts, and discuss emotional and mental health, casual sexism, and Mars Hill.
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Li...2021-09-141h 15What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 83: Hill House RevisitedCW: trauma, sexual violence
In which Spanks and the Dude do a spoiler-heavy walk-through of the themes of the Haunting of Hill House. If you want to listen to our first take, hosted on Reel Christianity, you can find it here: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/reel-christianity-752485/episodes/season-three-the-haunting-of-h-33530946
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...2021-09-0947 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Strength and WeaknessIn which Ethan and Jo discuss Afghanistan, among other things.
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And follow us...2021-09-061h 04What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 82: Bats 2 | Electric BoogalooIn which Humpty Dumpty joins Spanks and the Dude to reflect on all the types of flying animals that can invade our churches.
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What the Hell is a Pastor?Emily the EpiscopalianIn which a friend stops by the podcast to talk about the work of a church administrator, what makes a church good to work for, and why laity should be invited to preach more often, among other endorsements.
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Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a reading list, or, apparently, give u...2021-08-301h 03What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 81: LokiIn which Lars joins John Westley and the Dude to talk about everyone's favorite gender-fluid, pan trickster and his television show.
***So many spoilers for Loki****
***But it's been out for a hot second, friends***
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Like Twitter? We do too, we guess. Find us under the handle @w...2021-08-2649 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?You Will Always Have the PoorIn which everyone's favorite former pastor visits the pod to talk about how life after parish ministry is going, what a day in the life of a friend and neighbor looks like, magic pastors, and how he's not paid to have an opinion anymore.
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Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a...2021-08-231h 07What the Hell is a Pastor?Minisode 80: A Five-Star Italian RestaurantIn which Spanks and the Dude go to church.
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The What the Hell is a Pastor theme song is w...2021-08-191h 09What the Hell is a Pastor?Your Questions, Answered Live!In which we gather around the table and answer questions from listeners.
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And...2021-08-161h 12What the Hell is a Pastor?The Rhythm of Our LivesOur 200th episode! In which Ethan and Jo talk about anxiety, cognitive dissonance, and the relationship between protesting and spiritual disciplines.
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Have thoughts about what we said, want to send us a re...2021-08-0959 minWhat the Hell is a Pastor?Two Stories and a RantIn which Ethan and Jo talk through their weeks, including some reflections on Simone Biles and some... interesting church stories.
We talk about sexual abuse in this episode. If that's not something you need to dig into today, you can skip from 10:33-12:16 and not miss a thing. Take care of yourselves, friends, and someone else, if you can.
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